The festive season is usually such a busy time of year. Now, with the pandemic ongoing and Christmas fast approaching, I thought I’d share with you 5 Ways to Take Exquisite Care of Yourself During the Holiday Season
1. Sit down and enjoy a cup of tea or your favourite soothing hot drink. Yes this may seem obvious but some of us begin skipping it during the day at this time of year when we can really use a few minutes rest.
2. Have a bath and in the running water put a few drops of your favourite essential oils. I love using a combination of spearmint and lavender. If busy you doesn’t have time for or doesn’t want a bath, try just soaking your feet after a hectic day. Sitting on the side of the tub and soaking your feet in water with your favourite essential oils even for just 5 or 10 minutes can do wonders.
3. Try a guided meditation. Many people find it easier and a more accessible way into meditation by listening to guided meditations. There are many free ones on the internet including on my site at http://www.fionaharbour.com/meditations . You may wish to start with Loving Kindness Compassion Meditation for a New Beginning but start with any that resonates with you and you feel drawn to. Even just a five minute guided meditation break can make all the difference.
4. Write a gratitude list of 5 things you are most grateful for this holiday season. This can be combined quite nicely with the first item on the list, sitting down and enjoying a cup of tea or soothing hot drink.
5. Write an affirmation for the day that will help you to get through what can be a hectic rush. Write it in your journal and or then where you can see it throughout your day such as on your phone, or on a post it note that you stick somewhere really visible to you. It can be something as simple as a reminder to yourself of what Christmas and the holiday season is really about. Or that you are in control of the food that you eat. Choose whatever works for you. Here’s a blogpost with more on using affirmations: Give Affirmations a Chance.
Practice any or all of these five tips and it will make a difference. Nurture yourself with loving kindness and compassion. And above all else remember to be kind to yourself.